Day Program Direct Support Professional (DSP) Team lead

Job Description

Job Description

Description: Direct Support Professional (DSP)/ lead Caregiver – Day Program & Transportation

Location: Cincinnati, OH
Pay: Starting at $18.00 per hour
Schedule: Part-Time | Flexible Hours
Agency: 360 Total Care

Position Overview

360 Total Care is seeking a reliable, community-focused Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with developmental disabilities through community integration, transportation, and daily support services .

This role requires local driving , active community engagement, and hands-on support for individuals with a wide range of needs, including individuals who are non-verbal, wheelchair users, independent, or who require assistance with personal care and medications .

A 90-day performance review will be conducted, with a 1–2% wage increase based on performance, attendance, and compliance.

Travel Requirement:

• Local driving required throughout Cincinnati, Ohio and surrounding areas
• Must be comfortable transporting participants daily

Schedule & Hours

• Part-time, flexible schedule
• Shifts may start as early as 7:00 a.m. and end as late as 4:00 p.m.
• Weekly hours vary based on participant attendance:
  • Some weeks: ~20 hours
  • Some weeks: up to 40 hours 
• Staffing ratios:
  • Community-based services: 4 participants to 1 staff (4:1)
  • Facility-based ADS: Larger ratios may apply 

Key Responsibilities Community Integration

• Spend approximately 5 hours per day supporting participants in the community
• Facilitate meaningful activities such as:
  • Volunteering
  • Social and recreational outings
  • Skill-building and relationship development
• Advocate for participant rights, dignity, and inclusion
• Create weekly activity schedules
• Network with community partners, employers, and organizations
• Build positive relationships with community members . 
•   Transportation Services
• Safely transport participants to and from:
  • Day Habilitation Center
  • Residential homes
  • Community activities and appointments
    
    
    
• Operate wheelchair-accessible vans and vehicles (when available)
• Assist with:
  • Boarding and exiting vehicles
  • Securing wheelchairs and safety equipment
    
    
    
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain clean, safe vehicles
• Accurately complete mileage logs and transportation documentation
• Follow all transportation policies and safety procedures
• Direct Care & Support
• Support individuals who may be:
  • Non-verbal
  • Wheelchair users
  • Independent
  • Requiring bathroom assistance and brief changes
  • Requiring medication assistance or administration
    
    
    
• Follow Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and behavior support strategies
  
  
  
• Maintain participant dignity, privacy, and safety at all times
  
  
  
• Work independently while ensuring consistent supervision

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete daily documentation accurately and on time
• Review ISPs and attend ISP meetings as required
• Enter ISP goals, tasks, and schedules into the electronic system
• Create and maintain weekly activity calendars
• Report incidents immediately per protocol
• Maintain compliance with all agency and state requirements
  
  
  

Requirements: Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License
• Acceptable driving record per agency insurance
• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist individuals safely
• Ability to work independently and reliably
• Strong attendance and punctuality required
• Comfortable providing personal care and community-based services

Required Training & Certification (Ohio DODD)

This position must meet all requirements set by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) .

All required training is available FREE through dodd.ohio.gov

Required trainings include (but are not limited to):

• Direct Support Professional Orientation
• CPR & First Aid (Red Cross) or (360 Certified instructor)
• Medication Administration Certification (if assisting with medications)
• Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation (MUI/UI Reporting)
• Individual Rights
• Person-Centered Planning
• Incident Reporting & Documentation
• Infection Control
• Emergency Procedures
• HIPAA & Confidentiality
• Positive Behavior Support & De-escalation
• Transportation Safety & Wheelchair Securement
  
  
  
• New hires will be given time to complete required training in accordance with DODD timelines and agency policy.

Background & Eligibility

• Must pass BCI & FBI background checks
• Must meet all DODD provider eligibility standards
• Must remain compliant with all training and renewal requirements as a condition of employment
  
  
  

Why Work With Us

• Flexible schedule
• Meaningful community-based work
• Paid training opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for growth within the agency